Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement

2357: On Chasing Rainbows - Dreams vs Fantasies by Helene Massicotte of Free to Pursue

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May 25, 2022
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INSIGHT

Dreams vs. Fantasies

  • Fantasies are unrealistic ideas we believe will solve our problems.
  • Dreams are plausible desired future states rooted in reality.
INSIGHT

Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation

  • Dreams focus on personal growth and intrinsic fulfillment, not perfection.
  • Fantasies, driven by external validation, prioritize aesthetics and acquisition over creation.
ADVICE

Boundaries of Dreams

  • Recognize that dreams have boundaries, making them achievable.
  • Fantasies, lacking limits, can only be pursued but never attained.
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